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CAD Engineer
£45000 - £55000 per annum
Solar
UK
London
Permanent
Hybrid
NEW OPPORTUNITY - CAD Engineer - £55,000 DOE - Greater London (Hybrid)

Piper Maddox are working with a leading EPC who consistently boast a pipeline of 300-500MW per year. My client is looking for a talented CAD Engineer to join our team, working on large-scale solar projects across the UK and beyond. If you've got a sharp eye for design, a solid understanding of engineering principles, and a passion for renewable energy, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:
* Develop precise layout and installation plans for ground-mounted solar farms using tools like AutoCAD, PVsyst.
* Lead technical conversations with clients to refine system designs and optimise performance
* Analyse site data-from topographical surveys to geotechnical reports-to inform design decisions.
* Collaborate with civil engineers and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of structural components
* Support the full design cycle, from planning to documentation and quality improvements

Key Skills:
* A degree in Engineering (Renewable, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) or equivalent experience
* Proven track record designing layouts for utility-scale solar PV systems
* Proficiency in AutoCAD (PVCase and PVSyst are big pluses)

If you're passionate about clean energy and ready to design systems that make a real impact, please apply or reach out to r.franks@pipermaddox.com


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